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Combined Federal, VA and NC Government Resources for COVID-19 - May 2021

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

Virginia Resources Updated: April 23, 2021 - North Carolina Resources Updated: April 30, 2021 - COVID-19 Key Resource List (Virginia): Commonwealth of Virginia Official COVID-19 Website - This website is a comprehensive resource that provides information pertaining to official actions, guid

Regulatory Implications of Brexit on the UK and EU Aerospace Industry

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

The U.K.’s exit from the European Union may appear to be a fait accompli, but despite the monumental size of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) agreed by the two sides, many details were left to be thrashed out at a later date. As a result, not a week goes by without one or another U.K.

South Carolina Life Sciences Industry: A Bright Future

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

South Carolina has long been known for its colorful history, beautiful beaches and vibrant tourist industry.

Ninth Circuit Applies AB 5 Against Interstate Motor Carriers

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

Seyfarth Synopsis: Back in January 2020, a federal district court enjoined the State of California from enforcing AB 5 against interstate motor carriers.

In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - April 2021 #4

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

Some interesting links we found across the web this week: Why Will the Next Successful Startup Out of the COVID-19 Era Be AI-First?  Just as plenty of transformative companies were established in the wake of prior economic downturns, the COVID-19 pandemic could become a similar inflection po

New MHPAEA FAQs On Comparative Analyses Requirements

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

On April 2, the U.S. Department of Labor released highly anticipated new Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) FAQs on comparative analyses requirements.

Ontario Government Introduces Paid COVID-19 Leave

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

On April 29, 2021, the Ontario government introduced the COVID-19 Putting Workers First Act, which amended the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (the “ESA”) to require that employers provide eligible employees with up to $200 a day for up to three (3) days if they need to miss work because o

No More Runway for Florida COVID-19 Insurance Coverage Lawsuit

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

Judge Raag Singhal in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida recently dismissed with prejudice a COVID-19 business interruption insurance coverage lawsuit brought by the owners of Anthony’s Runway 84 – a popular restaurant near the Fort Lauderdale airport.

Chancery Rules Corporation Cannot Offset Wife’s Recoupment Against Husband’s Advancement Simply Because the Pair Signed a Single Undertaking

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

Perryman v. Stimwave Tech. Inc., C.A. 2020-0079-SG (Del. Ch. Apr. 15, 2021) - Section 145 of DGCL permits corporations to grant advancement rights to persons who may be entitled to indemnification so that they may fund covered litigation costs pending indemnification.

The Rising Tide of Fintiv Denials

By EsqSocial Corporation 03/05/21

In the precedential Fintiv, Inc. decision, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board identified six factors balancing efficiency, fairness, and integrity of the patent system in determining whether to exercise discretionary institution or denial.

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